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USS NORTHAMPTON CA-26, CLC-1, CC-1

The association was organized in February 1990 for the benefit of the CA26 & CLC/CC1 Navy Cruisers, shipmates, and friends. Former officers and crew members of both ships with family members and friends meet for fellowship and tours at the annual reunions.

Membership in the association is required but not limited to former crew members. The association’s mission is to renew old friendships and meet newcomers to the ships.

The CA26 was a WWII Ship earning 6 battle stars for actions in the Pacific waters. It was sunk in 1942.

The CLC/CC1 was a command communications ship and served from 1950 to 1970 as The Presidential Command Ship. It was scrapped in 1980.